Emergn's Praxis Business Enhances Product Management Training for Global Companies
Emergn, a prominent force in global business transformation, has introduced the latest iteration of its learning platform, Praxis. This update is set to redefine the landscape of product management training and support within organizations, providing a benchmark for excellence in product capabilities. With this overhaul, Emergn aims to enrich the skills of product teams, enhance product quality, and instill a culture of innovation and product excellence across various sectors.
The new features rolled out in Praxis signify Emergn's continued commitment to propelling organizations toward product management excellence. This evolution is particularly important given recent findings from Emergn's Transformation Fatigue survey, which highlighted that a significant 70% of employees acknowledge the necessity of effective transformations to maintain a competitive edge. Conversely, a notable 58% reported feeling overwhelmed by the heightened workload brought on by ongoing change initiatives. This underscores an urgent need for a product-centric mindset and skillset to effectively navigate today’s dynamic business landscape.
Alex Adamopoulos, Chairman and CEO of Emergn, states, "Praxis encapsulates our long-standing dedication to enhancing product management since our inception in 2009. The VFQ (Value, Flow, Quality) philosophy underpins this initiative, which has been instrumental for major global brands like Walmart and BP in achieving leadership in product development. Praxis not only expands our offerings but fortifies our capability to guide a broad spectrum of clients from individual professionals to entire enterprises."
Since its launch in September 2024, Praxis has evolved substantially, now featuring an extensive suite of learning and support tools that cater to the needs of product managers, product teams, and organizations focused on product-centric operations. One of the key educational updates includes the addition of Product Strategy, the third pillar of the product management curriculum, completing the Ultimate Product Manager Pathway. This addition is designed to provide participants with the expertise required to validate product strategies and utilize data to mold product roadmaps, ultimately driving organizational growth.
Furthermore, the revamped Praxis offers tailored learning journeys that help users navigate their developmental paths by recommending modules and courses aligned with their specific job functions and objectives. This approach allows for a customizable learning experience, enabling professionals to choose between module-based or course-based learning that suits their personal growth ambitions, whether they are enhancing their skills in their existing roles or pivoting toward product management.
In addition to the educational enhancements, Praxis now incorporates robust productivity tools aimed at maximizing efficiency for product teams. One standout feature is the AI Consultant, designed to provide users with immediate solutions to job challenges in real-time. Meanwhile, an array of interactive templates allows learners to translate their newfound knowledge directly into practice. Coupled with a rich resource library, these innovations extend the return on investment for enterprises utilizing Praxis beyond traditional training.
Emergn is set to introduce certifications for Product Discovery, Delivery, and Strategy practitioners later in 2025, further expanding the scope of its educational offerings. These will join the existing enterprise-level certifications in Leadership, Software Engineering, and Agility, enhancing the professional profile of participants.
Adamopoulos emphasizes the inadequacies of conventional product management training, stating, "Much of the current training is heavily theoretical, leaving product managers ill-equipped to execute their roles effectively. This hinders their organizations from capturing market share and achieving revenue growth. Praxis goes beyond mere theory, empowering individuals and organizations to operationalize their learning and innovate continually."
To provide flexibility in improving product capabilities, Praxis has rolled out three licensing tiers. The Praxis Professional version offers fundamental courses around VFQ and product management, while the Praxis Business plan includes extra consulting support from Emergn experts and access to Agile Practitioner courses. The flagship Praxis Enterprise option comprehensively encompasses the full suite of offerings, inclusive of customization options and in-person consulting to help companies stand at the forefront of product management.
The pathway to successful transformation lies in kindling innovation alongside organizational change—a principle at the core of Emergn's approach. Dr. Alexander Osterwalder, Founder and CEO of Strategyzer, asserts the importance of adopting a dual mindset for organizations to thrive in the competitive landscape. "I've witnessed Emergn's profound ability to foster product-centric capabilities in organizations globally. Their partnership is instrumental in navigating the journey toward excellence in product management," he concluded.
For those eager to explore the full potential of Praxis, additional information can be found at praxis.emergn.com. Founded in Boston, Emergn holds its position as a global leader in driving digital transformation for ambitious businesses across various sectors, focusing on turning project-centric models into thriving product-centered approaches through its innovative VFQ methodology. To learn more about Emergn's approach and its extensive offerings, visit the company's official website and follow them on LinkedIn.